Nclex cardiac disorders - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The nurse is assessing a pt w/ chronic heart failure. Which abnormal chest sound would the nurse most likely auscultate? 1. expiratory wheezes 2. friction rub 3. harsh vesicular 4. crackles Answer: 4 Rationale 1, 2, 3: Expiratory wheezes, friction rub, & harsh vesicular sounds are not associated w/ chronic heart failure. Rationale 4: Fluid accumulates in the alveolar spaces w/ left-sided heart failure. This fluid causes the sound of crackles at the end of inspiration. When caring for a...

Med Surge Ch. 31: Cardiac Disorders NCLEX QuestionsA patient with heart failure has an ejection fraction of 25%. What does this information indicate to the nurse about the patient's health status? 1. Ventricular function is severely impaired 2. Cardiac output is greater than normal, which overtaxes the heart 3. The amount of blood being ejected from the ventricles is within normal limits 4. Twenty-five percent of the blood entering the ventricle remains in the ventricle after systole - co...

CARDIAC AND VASCULAR DISORDERS NCLEX STYLE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

Next Generation NCLEX Rn Exam 1. Which of the following clients is at a higher risk of developing oral health problems? a. A pregnant client b. A client with diabetes c. A client receiving chemotherapy d. Both b and c 2. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to reduce environmental stimuli that may cause discomfort for a client? a. Loosen pressure dressings on wounds b. Use assistance to pull a client up in bed c. Check temperature of water used in a sponge bath ...

Medications NCLEX RN Exam with Complete Solutions Andrenergics Med Names Norepinephrine, Dopamine, Epinephrine, Dobutamine Andrenergics Actions Stimulates Beta-2 Receptors in Lungs (causes brochdilation) Andrenergics Uses COPD, Cardiac Arrest Andrenergics Side Effects Dysrhythmias, Tremors, Anticholinergic Effects (dry mouth, urinary retention) Andrenergics Nursing Considerations Monitor B/P, Monitor Peripheral Pulses, Check Output Antianxiety Med Names Librium, Xanax, Ativan, Vistar...

Saunders NCLEX questions Cardio Latest Version Rated A+ The nurse is reviewing an electrocardiogram rhythm strip. The P waves and QRS complexes are regular. The PR interval is 0.16 second, and QRS complexes measure 0.06 second. The overall heart rate is 64 beats/minute. Which would be a correct interpretation based on these characteristics? 1. Sinus bradycardia 2. Sick sinus syndrome 3. Normal sinus rhythm 4. First-degree heart block 3 Normal sinus rhythm is defined...

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Test Bank for Medical-Surgical Nursing 5E Holly Stromberg TABLE OF CONTENTS Unit One: Patient Care Concepts Chapter 1: The Health Care System Chapter 2: Patient Care Settings Chapter 3: Legal and Ethical Considerations Chapter 4: The Leadership Role of the Licensed Practical Nurse Chapter 5: The Nurse-Patient Relationship Chapter 6: Cultural Aspects of Nursing Care Chapter 7: The Nurse and the Family Chapter 8: Health and Illness Chapter 9: Nutrition Chapter 10: Develo...

Comprehensive NCLEX NGN Practice Questions for FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING A Guide to Critical Thinking and Clinical JudgmentA Guide to Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment Table of Contents: 1. Introduction o Overview of Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) o Purpose of the eBook o How to Use This eBook for Effective Study o Key Concepts in Fundamentals of Nursing 2. Chapter 1: Nursing Assessment and Patient Safety o Case Study: Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Management o Extended Multiple Respon...

NCLEX UWorld Pharmacology Nephrotoxic Meds - correct answer -mycin antibiotics (aminoglycides) -keterolac (Toradol) -NSAIDs -digoxin Hepatotoxic Meds - correct answer -tylenol -NSAIDs Naloxone (Narcan) - correct answer -weans in 1-2 hours -IV or nasal spray -if unresponsive d/t anesthesia or opioids: administer oxygen, assess respiratory rate, notify HCP, prepare second dose Narcan, no need to call rapid response/code team NSAIDs - correct answer NON-STEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY ...